Industrial Spray Painting and Blasting Traineeship

Hunternet Career Connections; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HunterNet Career Connections is seeking a motivated individual to join our host company in Tomago as an Industrial Spray Painting and Blasting Trainee. This 3-year traineeship offers hands-on experience while studying for a Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application.

You will work alongside experienced professionals in engineering services for manufacturing, mining and heavy industries, learning to apply coatings, mix paints, operate wheelabrator equipment, and maintain a

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Good communication and reliable attitude.
• Current driver's licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Apply industrial spray paints and coatings.
• Mix paints to correct consistency.
• Clean and maintain spray painting equipment.
• Conduct QA checks and document QA.
• Apply heat shrink sleeves.
• Minimise material waste and promote efficient work practices.
• Blast, clean and prepare surfaces for coating.
• Operate wheelabrator equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Time management

Safety-conscious

Professional conduct

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application

Tools

Wheelabrator equipment

Job description

Industrial Spray Painting and Blasting Traineeship

HunterNet Career Connections is seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to join our host company in Tomago as an Industrial Spray Painting and Blasting Trainee.

Our host company is a proud, family-owned business spanning three generations, delivering engineering services to the manufacturing, mining and heavy industry sectors across Australia and internationally. With more than 60 years of industry experience, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, integrity and long-standing customer relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to kick-start their career in industrial painting. The successful applicant will undertake a 3-year traineeship, working towards a Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application, while gaining valuable hands‑on experience and developing practical skills alongside experienced industry professionals.

The duties of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Applying industrial spray paints and coatings
• Mixing paints to achieve the correct consistency
• Cleaning and maintaining spray painting equipment
• Conducting quality assurance checks and completing QA documentation
• Applying heat shrink sleeves
• Minimising material waste and promoting efficient work practices
• Blasting, cleaning and preparing surfaces for coating application
• Operating wheelabrator equipment
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment

About you:

• A strong willingness to learn and the ability to follow instructions
• Good communication skills and a reliable, dependable attitude
• Effective time management and organisational skills
• A proactive, safety-conscious approach to work
• A professional and courteous manner when working with colleagues and others
• A current driver's licence and reliable transport

As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete and pass a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.

HunterNet Career Connections is committed to a culturally diverse workforce and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to any other characteristic protected by law. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and minority groups are encouraged to apply.